{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"055 - The Backbone of Modern Security: Networks, AI, and the Human Factor","description":"In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Hatcher, Director of Technology Operations at Herring Technology, to break down the modern landscape of security systems. From AI-powered cameras and facial recognition to the often-overlooked power of a strong network, Aaron shares how his team tests, deploys, and supports cutting-edge tech for real-world protection. We also dive into key takeaways from ISC West (the security industry\u2019s largest international tradeshow) and why human training still matters, even with the best tools. Learn More about Herring Technology: https:\/\/herringtechnology.com\/ Notes:&amp;nbsp; 7:22 \u2013 Why all modern security, from cameras to gun detection, is network-based 8:10 \u2013 Herring\u2019s secret weapon: real-world IT lab testing, not brand loyalty 9:55 \u2013 Why the network is the single most important part of any security system 14:21 \u2013 How small upgrades can cause big issues 17:00 \u2013 The best tools still need trained people behind them 21:00 \u2013 24\/7 support: how Herring prioritizes responsiveness 25:00 \u2013 Demystifying AI to match the right tools 28:30 \u2013 Recap of ISC West: What\u2019s big in security tech right now 33:45 \u2013 \u201cCompliant\u201d vs. truly integrated technologies 36:00 \u2013 Tech that holds people accountable, not replaces them 37:45 \u2013 Most exciting AI: reducing human error with smart automation 42:00 \u2013 The art and science of camera placement ","author_name":"Tips, Tactics, and Tools Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/tipstacticstools.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37260290\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/37260290"}